Monday, January 9, 2012

You Asked For It

Remember the old tv program called "You Asked for It", where people would write in and ask for something they wanted to see on the program?In my last post, when I showed you how I covered a bench with burlap...seen here, several of you asked what I was going to do with the "fun part" of the bag. Actually, at the time, I hadn't thought much about it.

A couple of you suggested that I might make a pillow, so I started thinking of how to go about it.The burlap is so thick and fibrous, I was afraid I'd ruin my sewing machine, soooo....I thought maybe I could use Heat 'n' Bond tape on the sides, instead of sewing them.

Although the Heat 'n' Bond seemed to work ok, I decided to do a blanket stitch on the edges, to reinforce them, and add a little decorative touch.

I had the jute twine, as well as the humongus needle to sew it with... I keep all kinds of junk things for projects which I might want to do...sometime. I also found a big bag of poly fill when I was cleaning out the closets the other day, and used that for stuffing, instead of buying a pillow form.

This is the blanket stitching I used on the edge. Don't look too closely at it. Hand stitching is another gene I didn't inherit.

Here's the "back side". Actually, this was on the front, but just folded over to make the back.

Ta Da! What do you think?

... and here it is on the bench in the foyer.

Thanks to everyone for your nice comments on the bench makeover, and for y'all who encouraged me to find a use for the graphics/fun side of the bag..."You asked for it". Hugs and thanks for the challenge.I'm joiningKim@Savvy Southern Style for Wow Us WednesdayChristina@I Gotta Create for Kiss and Tell...Jan. 11th.Honey@ 2805 for Potpourri FridayDiann@The Thrifty Groove for Thrifty Things FridayIvy and Elephants for What's It Wednesday

Love the pillow and I think you did a fabulous job with the handstitching. I was at the store yesterday and something made me pick up a pack of needles- all different sizes.. I was thinking , sheesh, I wont be using those bigger ones. Now I see I might be using it after all..

Wow, this looks fantastic. I think the blanket stitch was the perfect touch for this piece. Great idea, Babs. I'm impressed that you not only did this, but you did it quickly. I'd probably still be thinking about doing it. ~ Sarah

Way to go Lady! Two projects and it's not even mid January! I think you did a great job on your blanket stitch. That is really a neat pillow. My sewing skills are so rusty. I've probably told you that many times. ;)

awesome! i have to admit yesterday, i was thinking wonder why Babs didn't use that printed part on the bench but now i see you are more clever than me! you got the bench covered and made a beautiful pillow! good job!

No need to apologize. You did an awesome job making that pillow! I LOVE IT! It's adorable. Isn't it nice when you can look at something with a new set of eyes and see it differently than you did before. You had something wonderful and didn't even know it! Ha!

Wow, Babs a what great idea for the remainder of the bag. I love the pillow and the way you made it. I think the blanket stitch is perfect for the burlap. I love all things burlap and this pillow is adorable. I like your post title, You Asked For It, cleaver, creative post.Hope your having a great week.

Babs, we have certainly fallen out of touch. It was such a pleasure to read your comment. Well, that pillow is amazing and so is your blanket stitch. I love that idea so much and I am in the midst of pillow-mania (a blog post for tomorrow) so I am going to try something just like yours! I'm sure mine won't be as chic. SOOOO impressed.

I like it!! And your blanket stitch is fine- rustic, home-made, whatever you choose to call it- it says "made with love." If and when I ever get done purging, I need to make my own with one of the bags I'm saving from my stash! :-) Sue

Babs,I think you did a fabulous job on your pillow! I adore the blanket stitching! This is such a unique accessory! It will be a wonderful conversation piece for days to come! Great creativity at work...enjoy the fruits of your labors!Fondly,Pat

Babs, I loved this so much I had to feature it on my Facebook "Artist Talent Album" today! Thanks for sharing your pillow at my Kiss & Tell party!http://www.facebook.com/pages/Igottacreate/100573240032625?sk=wall

Oh Babs, this turned out wonderful and what a great tute! Love it! I am going to feature this post on this weeks TTF. I hope you will join the party again and grab the "I was featured" button for your blog!